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Seeing Like a State

Seeing Like a State

James C. Scott

Analyzes how governments attempt to organize societies, often with unintended consequences, and critiques large-scale state planning.

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Why Nations Fail

Why Nations Fail

Daron Acemoglu

Examines why some nations prosper while others fail, focusing on the role of institutions and political systems.

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The Origins of Political Order

The Origins of Political Order

Francis Fukuyama

Analyzes the development of political institutions from pre-human societies to the French Revolution.

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Political Order and Political Decay

Political Order and Political Decay

Francis Fukuyama

Continues the study of political institutions, examining modern state-building and challenges facing democracies.

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A Conflict of Visions

A Conflict of Visions

Thomas Sowell

Analyzes different ideological perspectives on society and politics, exploring how these “visions” influence policy and thought.

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The Vision of the Anointed

The Vision of the Anointed

Thomas Sowell

Critiques the progressive intellectual elite, exploring how certain policies can lead to unintended consequences.

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The Myth of the Rational Voter

The Myth of the Rational Voter

Bryan Caplan

Argues that voters often make irrational decisions, challenging assumptions about democracy.

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The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order

The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order

Samuel P. Huntington

A theory on global conflicts driven by cultural and civilizational divides, predicting future tensions.

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The Causes of War

The Causes of War

Geoffrey Blainey

Analyzes historical conflicts to identify recurring causes of war and factors leading to peace.

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Thinking in Time

Thinking in Time

Richard E. Neustadt

A guide to using historical thinking in decision-making, focusing on the value of hindsight.

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The Science of Liberty

The Science of Liberty

Timothy Ferris

Connects scientific thought with political freedom, arguing that scientific advancements promote democracy and progress.

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Faces of the Enemy

Faces of the Enemy

Sam Keen

Examines how societies dehumanize enemies, exploring the psychology behind warfare and conflict.

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Nothing to Envy

Nothing to Envy

Barbara Demick

Chronicles life in North Korea through the stories of six citizens, revealing the challenges and resilience within a closed society.

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The End of History and the Last Man

The End of History and the Last Man

Francis Fukuyama

Argument on the spread of democracy and the "end" of ideological evolution.

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A Theory of Justice

A Theory of Justice

John Rawls

Seminal work on political philosophy and theories of social justice.

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Social Origins of Dictatorship and Democracy

Social Origins of Dictatorship and Democracy

Barrington Moore

Analysis of factors contributing to political systems across societies.

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The Machiavellian Moment

The Machiavellian Moment

J.G.A. Pocock

Exploration of republicanism and political thought from Machiavelli to modern times.

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Imagined Communities

Imagined Communities

Benedict Anderson

Analysis of nationalism and the formation of collective identity.

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Intellectuals and Society

Intellectuals and Society

Thomas Sowell

Critique of the role and influence of intellectuals in modern society.

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